Chris FlaxbeardHosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofitChris Flaxbeard
U.S. Retirement Education Association
Medicare 101Free 1-hour workshop hosted by U.S. Retirement Education · In person & online

Everything you need to know about Medicare

A plain-English session for anyone approaching 65 — how the parts work, what it really costs, and when to enroll. Educational only, free to attend, and never a sales pitch.

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September 2026
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What we cover

Chris Flaxbeard

No jargon, no slides full of fine print — just the parts that actually change what you pay and what you’re covered for.

1
What Parts A & B actually coverThe gaps most people don’t realize they have until they need care.
2
What Medicare really costs in 2026The premiums plus the surprise expenses that catch new enrollees off guard.
3
The enrollment windows that matterHow one missed deadline can trigger penalties that last for life.
4
How Medicare works with employer coverageSo you don’t pay twice or give up benefits you’re entitled to.
5
How to match coverage to your real needsInstead of a generic plan built for someone else’s situation.
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Straight answers to your own questionsPlus the common misconceptions that trip people up.
Your presenter

Chris Flaxbeard

Chris Flaxbeard
Flaxbeard Insurance Advisors · Omaha, NE
  • Limited Seats
  • Independent Medicare Advisor
  • Serving the Omaha area
  • Flaxbeard Insurance Advisors

Getting an honest and local agent will save you time and money. Don’t fret over having enough coverage or paying too much in monthly premiums. We streamline your insurance portfolio to give you back your time and take away your stress. Chris Flaxbeard is an independent insurance agent specializing in Health and Senior Insurance Solutions. She works with dozens of insurance companies so she can offer her clients appropriate coverage for them. Her clients are located all across Nebraska, giving her a great feel for the insurance landscape.

501(c)(3) nonprofit
We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 11 organizations which offer 27 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

This event is hosted by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is intended solely for educational purposes. It is not a sales presentation. No insurance products will be marketed or sold. The presenter is not affiliated with Medicare, CMS, or any government agency.

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